No. 17 Rutgers men's lacrosse continues its postseason push, facing No. 5 Ohio State in the Big Ten Tournament Semifinals. The match will take place at Michigan's neutral site on Thursday at 5 p.m. ET, broadcast live on Big Ten Network. Rutgers advanced after defeating No. 13 Michigan 11-8 in the quarterfinals, highlighted by Colin Kurdyla's six-point performance. The Scarlet Knights aim for their fifth victory against a ranked opponent this season after battling with Ohio State earlier this year, falling 13-11.

By the Numbers
  • Rutgers has recorded double-digit goals for the first time since March 29.
  • Colin Kurdyla leads Rutgers with 25 goals this season, including 13 in six Big Ten games.
State of Play
  • Rutgers is 7-8 overall and 3-3 in the past six Big Ten matchups.
  • Ohio State boasts a 12-2 record, winning 12 of their last 13 games.
  • Scarlet Knights lead the all-time series against Ohio State, 13-6.
What's Next

With a win, Rutgers would advance to the Big Ten Championship game, facing the winner of the Maryland vs. Penn State semifinal. This could mark a significant milestone for the Scarlet Knights, aiming for their first Championship title in school history.

Bottom Line

The matchup against Ohio State is critical for Rutgers, not only for progression in the tournament but also for reaffirming their status as a competitive force in the Big Ten after notable wins and a solid finish to the regular season.